xserver-xorg-input is a problem because it will *not* use any kbd_drv that I can find (all of which are 1.4 or 7, and it needs 1.5 or 11 evidently). evdev doesn't work either--so no keyboard. The radeon video driver works--but it exits to a blank screen--we had that before I think and solved it. It is possible to use the new xorg-base and the xservers from 5.1.1. We might be able to compile the needed kbd_drv.

I found the bad library in gtk+, libgdk-pixbuf--it just doesn't work, but the one from 5.1.1 does. Everything else from gtk+ works now.

That's not enough improvement to go public again yet I don't think. Well, hmmmmm.

To summarize: It is only those two things above that are still a problem--the lack of keyboard is a pretty big problem--but at least that would solve the problem of how to change to a different keyboard We could pioneer full mouse only computing.

Ubuntu sure is changing a lot of files each day just one week before release of 10.10.

I am also working on 5.1.1--but dad gum, I am not sure I know what would be enough improvement to go to 5.1.2--I like using 5.1.1--we should be proud.

I am going to see about writing the first run dialog that I want--it might be fun, I would learn stuff, and I can probably do it--that would be worth 5.1.2.Edited_times_total

01micko, do you need any help? At the moment I'm working with things like Woof and the kernel, I'm going more low-level with Squeeze, I could share some stuff, like the CUPS PDF printer fix._________________My homepageMy GitHub profile

I have noticed that LXDE doesn't integrate with the default WM Switcher like Xfce4

I also had trouble reverting to JWM or Xfce4 after I am using LXDE

Yes, we would do that if it became "official." Often when you switch back to jwm you will still have clearlooks--I regard that as a feature But you can use Desktop -> Chtheme GTK Theme Chooser to go back to another theme.

You know, the way I understand it themes that use pixmaps, such as Polished Blue, are not as efficient as themes that use an engine--such as clearlooks. Does anyone notice any difference?

You know, the way I understand it themes that use pixmaps, such as Polished Blue, are not as efficient as themes that use an engine--such as clearlooks. Does anyone notice any difference?

I read something about that - themes that use many images (more complex pixmap themes) waste more RAM as the images are loaded to it. However, some other themes that render using an engine can be heavy, mainly themes with rounded corners for controls. All Aurora-based themes, Clearlooks and Ubuntu's default Murrine-powered themes are heavy. That's why I think the Xfce theme engine is a very very good choice for Puppy - nice square themes with good contrast.

EDIT: I compiled a 2.6.35.7 for dpup already, many people reported audio problems. That's why I'm polishing the 2.6.32.x kernel so much, I want it to be the default and the 2.6.35.x to be an option for those with new PCs that have more than 8 CPU cores, new netbooks or computers with more than one graphics card._________________My homepageMy GitHub profile

This may not be the correct place to post this message but let me give it a shot.

Do not know if you have seen or tried SUSE 11.3. I received in a magazine the latest DVD. For the fun of it I put in a old hard drive and let the install run. Other than being bothered with a few set up questions and having to create a root password, I walked away and when I cam beck it was ready for password and directly to the desktop.

This morning I needed to test a Canon ip4300 printer. I first started to run their printer install program.. then realized I forgot to turn on the printer and plug it into a USB port.

Plugged in the usb cable, in a few seconds it gave me a message asking if I wanted to install the printer, yes, asked for root access, yes, it had to go to the net I imagine for the driver.. I am not sure... but after saying yes to install, software found the correct Gutenpring v5.2.4 driver. Asked if I wanted a test print, yes... PRINTED. It is using CUPS 1.4.4

I am mentioning all of this because the procedure was basically seamless. Is it possible to clone their procedure? Would be great advantage to PUPPY.

I am mentioning all of this because the procedure was basically seamless. Is it possible to clone their procedure? Would be great advantage to PUPPY.

One of the reasons that the big-boy distros are bigger is that they have more sophisticated printer wizards. OTOH, you could have done the same thing in Lupu by running its wizard and clicking your mouse about five times.

FWIW, I still find that CUPS 1.3.11 is faster to get a printer installed.